The artwork titled “Lotus Pond” by Qi Baishi, created in 1908, belongs to the art movement of Ink and Wash Painting and falls within the landscape genre.
In the artwork, Qi Baishi employs a minimalist approach characteristic of traditional Chinese ink and wash painting. The composition features numerous lotus flowers scattered across the upper half of the canvas, depicted in various stages of bloom. The flowers, rendered in subtle shades of black ink, exhibit a delicate interplay between light and shadows, creating a feeling of depth and movement. The lower portion shows a sketch of solid lines, possibly indicating architectural elements or a pier by the pond. Traditional Chinese calligraphy is elegantly inscribed on the right side, adding to the cultural and historical essence of the piece. This careful arrangement of natural and human-made elements emphasizes tranquility, reflecting the serene beauty often associated with Qi Baishi’s work.
